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Meaning of bleed in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /blid/

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  1. Verb

    bleed

    Etymology

    Old English blēdan, of Germanic origin; related to blood

    Definitions

    1. lose blood from one's body
  2. 2. draw blood

    Examples

    • « In the old days, doctors routinely bled patients as part of the treatment »
  3. 3. get or extort (money or other possessions) from someone

    Examples

    • « They bled me dry--I have nothing left! »
  4. 4. be diffused

    Examples

    • « These dyes and colors are guaranteed not to run »
  5. 5. drain of liquid or steam

    Examples

    • « bleed the radiators »
    • « the mechanic bled the engine »

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